PGA Tour Ratings Surge Amid LIV Golf Struggles
PGA Tour vs. LIV Golf: An Unprecedented Viewership Clash
The PGA Tour continues to gain viewers while LIV Golf grapples with its abysmal ratings. Recent numbers show that LIV Golf's Greenbrier event attracted only 136,000 viewers, overshadowed by the Pro Pickleball Association's Bristol Open, which garnered 295,000 viewers on the same day. This shocking turn leaves notable golfers like Brooks Koepka and Jon Rahm puzzled, as they failed to draw an audience in a thrilling playoff.
The Impact of Ratings Decline on Golf
Even the PGA Tour has not escaped the ratings decline, with its FedEx St. Jude Championship facing a staggering loss of 1 million viewers.
- PGA Tour's final round only pulled in 2.2 million viewers, down from 3.2 million last year.
- The fanbase's loyalty is shifting, raising concerns about the long-term impact of the golf divide.
- Fans express dissatisfaction across social media, highlighting concerns about LIV Golf's entertainment approach.
Online Sentiment and The Future of Golf
As Greg Norman's LIV Golf continues to struggle, social media reactions reflect a growing frustration. Many fans question whether the split in professional golf will genuinely benefit the sport.
- Critics point to the excessive showmanship and gimmicks failing to resonate with viewers.
- Comments reveal a distinct preference for the traditional PGA Tour experience over LIV Golf's flashy presentation.
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